The Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) is a 36-bed ICU located in the Meijer Heart Center specializing in highly acute post-cardiac and advanced heart failure patients. Nurse techs are able to care for a wide range of patients and devices including heart/lung transplant patients post-operative open-heart patients and more. We are experts in caring for the most critically ill patients in our area and throughout Michigan. We are at the forefront of cardiac medicine engaging in cutting-edge innovation and research. Top preferred skills we seek in our Nurse Techs include experience in roles that require constant use of critical thinking skills resilience a very high level of self-motivation and drive flexibility with availability commitment to excellence receptive to constructive feedback.
ICU Orientation weeks will require flexibility to train during weekdays for several weeks before phasing into regular night shifts. Nurse Technicians act as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Responsibilities include assisting with complex ICU procedures such as placing ART lines monitoring vitals checking blood sugars bed bathing ambulating wound care catheterization charting and acting as a safety attendant for Techs may also be floated to other units with a need for a 1:1 patient safety sitter for the entirety of the shift.
Provides input in the development of an individualized plan of care. Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
Articulates the nursing technician role to the patient family and health team members. Provides support to facilitate safe quality patient care in a cost-effective manner.
Cleans patients environment / work area / equipment and helps to troubleshoot and report any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department / unit personnel.
Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Advocates for privacy confidentiality and security of patient staff and organization data.
These include required 8am-4:30pm Nurse Tech Classes Monday Tuesday Wednesday during week 1 of employment followed by Adult Critical Care Class which will depend on the start date and takes place during week 3 of orientation typically on a Friday.
Aside from classroom trainings the ICU orientation also includes up to 11 weeks of training with a preceptor 7am-7:30pm on weekdays & rotational weekends. Please note that this will require availability for continued weekday orientation shifts in the fall if starting this summer.
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Within 90 Days
Inpatient care experience is strongly preferred
Primary Location
SITE - Meijer Heart Center - 150 Michigan St NE - Grand RapidsDepartment Name
Intensive Care Unit Cardiothoracic 5 MHC Butterworth - Grand Rapids HospEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Night (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
36Hours of Work
Days Worked
Weekend Frequency
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Required Experience:
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